Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)
The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC or EIC) is a benefit for working people with low to moderate income. To qualify, you must meet certain requirements and file a tax return, even if you do not owe any tax or are not required to file. EITC reduces the amount of tax you owe and may give you a refund.
Operation HOPE – EITC Flyer – PDF – English
Operation HOPE – EITC Flyer – PDF – Spanish
Income Limits and Table
See the EITC Income Limits, Maximum Credit Amounts and Tax Law Updates for the current year, previous years and the upcoming tax year.
Changes to Earned Income Tax Credit for 2022 Filing
The EITC is generally available to working individuals who do not have qualifying children who are at least 19 years old with earned income below $21,430 for those filing single and $27,380 for spouses filing a joint return. The maximum credit for taxpayers with no qualifying children is $1,502.
A qualifying child who is under age 18 at the end of 2021 and who has a valid Social Security number; and
Made less than certain income limits.
Check here to see if you qualify and to get more information on additional tax credits.
